A gemset and enamelled gold pendant, North India, 19th century. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2014
The gold pendant of rosette form, with a central diamond-set flower head, small emeralds in the interstices, the cusped petals of the rosette set with rubies, the reverse decorated in polychrome enamels with a large floral spray, a possibly later faceted drop-shaped glass pendant suspended from the bottom, simple attachment loop above. Pendant 1.3/8in. (3.4cm.) across. Estimate£800 – £1,200
Christie's. ART OF THE ISLAMIC AND INDIAN WORLDS INCLUDING A PRIVATE COLLECTION DONATED TO BENEFIT THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD, PART V. 10 April 2014, London, King Street - www.christies.com